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We are proud to introduce MicroHAWK – Omron Microscan’s smart camera platform that offers a single solution for solving any challenge in barcode reading or inspection. Built on the highest-performance imaging engine in its class, MicroHAWK takes on any automation task! World’s smallest industrial barcode readers and machine vision smart cameras Read any barcode printed … Continued

Omron S8VK-X EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP-Compatible Switch Mode Power Supply The S8VK-X is the next generation Power Supply that integrates EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP-compatible communication to maximize system availability through the connection of equipment to IoT. EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP Compatible. Product replacement time, output voltage, output current, and more can be acquired on the network and … Continued

Series HRS/HRSE Cooling capacity range of 1.3 to 15 kW Includes both the coolant and refrigeration circuits Air or water cooled. Keypad and digital display Angled fluid supply port with level check Tool-less filter replacement (air cooled model) Power supplies are available in both 115VAC 1-phase and 200 and 400VAC 50/60Hz 35 alarms report on … Continued

EX600, Input/Output Unit The EX600 serial interface offers a full suite of diagnostics and programmable parameters to meet the most stringent requirements. The EX600 offers excellent flexibility including digital input, digital output and analog input unit options. With the use of D-sub output blocks, a maximum of 9 remote D-sub manifolds can be attached to … Continued

JXC*1, Step Motor Controller, Fieldbus Direct Input Type for LEY The JXC*1 is a single axis controller for LE’s 24VDC step motors compatible with several fieldbus protocols including Ethernet/IP™ fieldbus. Actuator motors can be operated by calling a line of step data or by direct numerical instruction, each possible over the network. Further fieldbus compatible functions … Continued

IZS40/41/42, Bar Type Ionizer (Standard, Feedback Sensor and Dual AC Types) The IZS4 family is SMC’s 3rd generation of bar ionizers. Bar ionizers generate a curtain of static eliminating ions effective for a distance up to 2000mm / 6.5 ft. The family includes the standard IZS40 model, the IZS41 with feedback or auto balance sensor … Continued

QUESTION: What are the possible reasons for unexpected noise coming from the contactor? ANSWER: Chatter, humming or buzzing coming from a contactor indicates a problem and should be investigated. Here are three common issues that could cause unexpected noises from an installed contactor. The control voltage supplying the coil is not in the … Continued

Machine Automation Controller – NX1P NX1P is a powerful all-in-one controller in the sysmac platform designed to manage advanced motion, networking, IO and onsite IoT in a compact entry model. Connect local IO to reduce cabinet size and expand to adjacent technologies such as Vision and Safety using this groundbreaking CPU. Integrated sequence control … Continued